Hawaii: Exam Simulator
40 random questions from every topic, like a mini exam.
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40 questions; pass mark 80% (the state does not publish its test format).
- Instant feedback with an explanation
- Every answer cites its source in the manual
- Your best score is saved on this device
Questions are original and based on the official manual "Hawaii Driver's Manual" (2023), Hawaii Department of Transportation.
Sample questions
The exam simulator picks 40 random questions from every topic each time you start. Here are a few examples.
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What does the manual say about how its information relates to state laws, county ordinances and adopted rules?
- It does not supersede state laws, county ordinances or adopted rules
- It replaces county ordinances wherever the two differ
- It takes priority over any rule or regulation that was adopted earlier
- It supersedes state laws that were passed before its printing
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Correct answer: It does not supersede state laws, county ordinances or adopted rules
The introduction states that the information in the manual does not supersede state laws, county ordinances or any duly adopted rule or regulation.
Source: Hawaii Driver's Manual (2023), page 6 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 6)
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Which of these is prohibited on a motor vehicle other than an authorized emergency vehicle?
- A red light showing from the front
- A head lamp that is correctly adjusted
- A brake lamp that works when braking
- A tail lamp that is clean and working
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Correct answer: A red light showing from the front
A red light showing from the front, or a blue light visible outside of the vehicle, is prohibited except on authorized emergency vehicles.
Source: Hawaii Driver's Manual (2023), page 18 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 18)
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What tells you the proper lane to drive in on a roadway marked with traffic lanes?
- Signs or pavement markings
- The lane position of the car ahead
- The speed of the surrounding traffic
- Your destination alone
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Correct answer: Signs or pavement markings
The manual says to drive in the proper lane as indicated by signs or pavement markings.
Source: Hawaii Driver's Manual (2023), page 26 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 26)
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Which of these does a freeway NOT have?
- Entrances at planned locations
- Exits at planned locations
- Signs directing you to the correct entrance
- Traffic signals
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Correct answer: Traffic signals
Freeways have no stop signs, no traffic signals, no railroad crossings, and no entrances or exits except at planned locations.
Source: Hawaii Driver's Manual (2023), page 77 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 77)
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In the definitions, a vehicle left unattended on the highway for how long is an abandoned vehicle?
- More than 12 hours
- More than 48 hours
- More than 72 hours
- More than 24 hours
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Correct answer: More than 24 hours
An abandoned vehicle is defined as any vehicle left unattended on the highway for more than 24 hours.
Source: Hawaii Driver's Manual (2023), page 8 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 8)
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According to the manual, the meaning of traffic signs is indicated by what, in addition to words, letters, numbers and silhouettes?
- Size and height
- Color and shape
- Angle and position
- Distance and sound
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Correct answer: Color and shape
The meaning of traffic signs is indicated by color and shape in addition to words, letters, numbers and silhouettes.
Source: Hawaii Driver's Manual (2023), page 43 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 43)
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How must you operate your vehicle in relation to traffic signs, signals and pavement markings?
- Only as the signs indicate, ignoring markings
- Only when other traffic is present
- As they indicate
- Only on roads with a posted speed limit
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Correct answer: As they indicate
You must operate your vehicle as indicated by traffic signs, signals and pavement markings.
Source: Hawaii Driver's Manual (2023), page 26 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 26)
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What is the primary purpose of traffic signals?
- To advise you of the speed limit
- To direct and regulate traffic
- To mark where passing is prohibited
- To guide you to your destination
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Correct answer: To direct and regulate traffic
Traffic signals serve primarily to direct and regulate traffic.
Source: Hawaii Driver's Manual (2023), page 39 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 39)
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Under the general rule, which part of the roadway must you drive on?
- The right half of the roadway
- The left half of the roadway
- The center of the roadway
- Whichever half has less traffic
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Correct answer: The right half of the roadway
The manual says you must drive on the right half of the roadway.
Source: Hawaii Driver's Manual (2023), page 26 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 26)
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When you must stop for a railroad crossing, how close to the nearest rail may you stop?
- Not less than 5 feet (1.5m)
- Not less than 15 feet (4.6m)
- Not less than 30 feet (9m)
- Not less than 50 feet (15m)
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Correct answer: Not less than 15 feet (4.6m)
You must stop your vehicle not less than 15 feet (4.6m) from the nearest rail in the listed situations.
Source: Hawaii Driver's Manual (2023), page 27 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 27)